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Australia Day Tastes

The Corner Store
If you simply can’t celebrate Australia Day without Clinkers, Caramello Koalas, Smith’s Salt & Vinegar chips or Helga’s bread, just pop down to The Corner Store. This online grocery delivers Aussie groceries right to your front door in Singapore, including dips, snacks, dairy foods, cereals and breads.
thecornerstore.myfoodworks.com.au

Limwood Gourmet
Get a taste of the NSW Hunter Valley wine and food region right here in Singapore. Gourmet food distributor Limwood Gourmet distributes Pukara Estate’s extra virgin olive oils and vinegars, salts, dukkahs and savoury jams.
limwoodgourmet.com

Oporto
Beloved Portuguese chicken chain, Oporto started selling its flame-grilled chicken burgers on Bondi Beach in 1986. Now they’ve set up shop in Holland Village (No. 3 Lorong Liput, #01-01 Holland Piazza) slinging delicious burgers, wraps, salads, sides and their original, legendary Hot Chilli sauce. oporto.sg

The Butcher
The Butcher offers a large range of Australian lamb, veal, free-range pork and grass-fed beef, turkey, duck and antibiotic-free chicken with no added hormones, as well as a selection of seafood. Get your Australia Day lamb or snags in time for the big day!
thebutcher.com.sg

Café Melba & Boomerang
Looking for a little Aussie café and pub atmosphere? Café Melba (cafemelba.com.sg) at Goodman Arts Centre offers a lawn area and alfresco dining, weekend jumping castle and Mod Oz menu, including Chicken Parma, Fish and Chips, pizzas and good steak.
Boomerang Bistro and Bar at
Robertson Quay serves Aussie cuisine, with a side of live sports. Try classic avo and feta smash on toast, sharing platters of Moreton Bay seafood, or even a kangaroo loin! boomarang.com.sg

Celebrate Australia Day with ANZA!
For the sixth fun-filled year, ANZA and the Australian International School (AIS) have teamed up to host the Great Australia Day BBQ, held at the AIS campus. Join us in celebrating Down Under’s big day, as we fire up the grill, chill the eski and invite all our mates round for a party. Expect delicious eats including the all-time BBQ favourites and meat pies from The Butcher, ice-cream and ice kachang to keep things cool, great coffee, and plenty of cold bevvies. Vegetarians – we have you covered with plenty of yummy vego options on offer. When: Sunday 27 January, 2pm-6pm at the Australian International School.

Chinese New Year Festivities

Street Light Up
South Bridge Road
From 19 January, vibrant piglet-themed street lights designed by the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) will adorn South Bridge Road. Lighting at 7pm each night, they form a giant Chinese character “Spring” and the auspicious carp. Get an aerial view from one of the overpasses that span over the street.

Chinatown Nightly Stage Shows
Kreta Ayer Square
Head to this popular gathering point for local Chinese communities and take in loads of music and other entertainment each night from 8pm-10.30pm. Don’t miss the exciting Lion Dance Competition on 26 January, where the most skilful troupes from around Singapore and Asia will vie for the title of the ‘King of the Lions’. Bring ear plugs for kids who don’t love loud drums and clashing cymbals!

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
288 South Bridge Road, 058840
As its name suggests, this temple houses the sacred Buddha tooth relic, which is displayed on the 4th floor. It’s easy to spend an hour or two at this peaceful Buddhist temple. Artworks and statues sprawl over five floors, and a museum showcases other revered Buddhist artefacts. A small tea house is located on the second floor – relax there with a cuppa and taste simple vegetarian cuisine.

Festival Street Bazaar (From 18 Jan-4 Feb)
Located directly outside Chinatown MRT Station (Pagoda Street, Smith Street, Sago Street, Temple Street and Trengganu Street)
Browse a huge range of CNY goodies at these colourful, bustling street stalls. Pick up sweets and other items, including seaweed crackers, pineapple tarts, love letters, prawn rolls, preserved fruits, potted plants, flowers, festive clothing, decorations, paper art, red packets and even pig plushies!

Chinatown Complex
335 Smith Street, 050335
Peckish? Head to this longstanding food centre, home to over 200 hawker stalls. Fill your table with local eats, from Hainanese chicken rice to popiah, laksa, ice kachang and char kway teow. Try Michelin-starred grub from the famous Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken stall (#02-127). A decent wet market and other sundry stalls fill up the rest of the complex for groceries or supplies.

Noodleman
19 Smith St, 058933
Looking to rest your feet and feast on authentic Chinese food? Pop into this fabulous Cantonese shophouse eatery. Slurp on bowls of hand-pulled noodles (la mian) made the old-fashioned way, handmade pork soup dumplings (xiao long bao), pot stickers, sweet and sour pickles and cups of steaming tea.

Chinatown Walking Trail
Information Booth at Kreta Ayer Square
This free street expedition winds through Kreta Ayer Road, Sago Street, Pagoda Street and New Bridge Road, taking in the fascinating history of the area. The walks take place on select days and are capped at 10 participants. Pre-registration at chinatownfestivals.sg

Chinese New Year Countdown Party
New Bridge Road and Eu Tong Sen Street
Welcome in the Year of the Pig with a countdown, live performances by local celebs, games, and an explosive fireworks display. The party starts at 9.30pm and usually kicks on well past midnight.

Official Light Up and Opening Ceremony
New Bridge Road and Eu Tong Sen Street
Join the official street light up and opening ceremony on 19 January from 6pm-10pm. View spectacular live performances from local and visiting performers, featuring skits, song and dance, acrobatic and martial arts performances.

4 Common Expat Questions Answered

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Moving to a new country is no small feat. Looking for the right neighbourhood, learning about the culture and setting up your finances can be much easier if you have someone on the ground. Plus, the journey doesn’t end there — it takes time to understand a country’s nuances.

Whether you’ve been here a long time or are new to Singapore, there are always more ways to get local. And with HSBC’s new partnership with ANZA, it’s never been easier. Read on to find out about the four most commonly asked questions about moving to The Red Dot.

  1. What should I do before making the move?

One of the most important things you should have is a local bank account, so you can get your finances in order before you arrive. At HSBC, we pride ourselves on being a global bank, with a local presence. That’s why we’re the only bank in Singapore that helps you seamlessly set up your account before you even arrive. As ANZA members, you can look forward to a smooth transition into this beautiful city.

  1. I’m new to Singapore. How do I start building a life for my family here?

Take the time to celebrate your big move and we’ll settle the rest. Once here, you’ll gain access to our full suite of services to settle you into everyday life. Think 800 touchpoints, contactless payments and paying for MRT rides with just your HSBC debit card. Thinking long-term? Whether it’s building your dream home or securing your child’s dreams, you’ll enjoy attractive interest rates on personal loans and deposits that let you fund what matters most to you.

  1. How can I easily manage my finances across different countries?

As a global citizen, we understand your need to stay connected to the world. Look forward to worldwide access with just one account: Enjoy free international fund transfers between your HSBC accounts, FX rates on-the-go and free cash withdrawals at all HSBC ATMs worldwide. For life’s unexpected moments, we also provide international medical coverage for you and your loved ones.

  1. Which school should I place my child in. Which area should I move to?

No matter where you’re from, we all love and need the same things. That’s why we go beyond banking to provide you with guides on how to get local in Singapore – from tips on the best neighbourhoods, international schools, eating spots and more.

Wherever life moves you, we are here to help you bridge both your local and international needs.

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Head over to www.hsbc.com.sg/expat for more details or pop down to the HSBC booth at the Great Australian Day BBQ on 27 January 2019 to have a chat with us and enjoy additional perks!

 

 

ANZA Cricket 2019

With cricket season upon us again, ANZA’s Cricket Club is back on the pitch and looking forward to the social Masters League and other social games throughout 2019, as well as entering three teams in the more competitive Singapore Cricket Association League.

Need a reason to sign up? Cricket is fantastic for fitness, balance and hand-eye coordination, along with increased endurance and stamina. And of course there are the social benefits, which can be a lifesaver when you’re an expat. “Joining a club like ANZA Cricket is a great way to develop team skills and make friends,” says Clive Tilbrook. “We’re always looking for new players and we’re a very social club, so it’s lots of fun.”

Fancy having a go? “ANZA Cricket in an inclusive club with regular training sessions at the Singapore Cricket Club nets every Monday evening, and league and social games from January right through until October – there is a lot of cricket to go around,” says Clive. “Throw in an end of season trip and you have close to all year-round cricket, playing at locations from our home ground at Dempsey Hill to the Padang and Ceylon Sports Club to name just a few. All cricketers are welcome, from seasoned professionals to young guns. Unfortunately, ANZA currently does not run a program for junior cricketers.”

Where? Turn up for training at Singapore Cricket Club Nets 7-9pm Mondays ($10 fee) on the southern corner of the Padang or sign up here

When? ANZA Cricket play fixtures throughout the year, with league games from January to October on Saturdays and Sundays.

Did you know? Cricket has been played in Singapore since the first clubs were created in the mid 1800’s!

Separating overseas — do you have a right to spousal maintenance? 

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Relationship separations that occur overseas can place a large amount of pressure on expatriate couples, especially if one person has relocated internationally to support their spouse. It is not uncommon for one party to find themselves without access to funds required for day-to-day living expenses, as well as struggling to cover legal costs.

In Singapore, only married couples can make a claim for maintenance. In Australia, you do not need to be married to seek spousal maintenance — if you and your partner are not married, you will need to demonstrate that you were in a de facto relationship.

What is spousal maintenance?

Spousal maintenance is a type of financial support. Countries such as Australia, Singapore, the UK, and Hong Kong all recognise that, in some circumstances, it may be necessary for a person to pay maintenance (also known as alimony) to their former partner.

It is common for courts in Singapore and Australia to order that maintenance be paid in monthly installments or by way of a single lump sum.

How do courts decide on an appropriate amount of spousal maintenance?

When making an order for maintenance, Singaporean courts will have regard to the financial needs of the parties, any physical or mental disabilities, the age of the parties, the length of the marriage, the parties’ contributions, and the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage.

Australian courts consider a similar range of factors, as well as each person’s ability to work.

A significant difference between the two jurisdictions is that both men and women can claim spousal maintenance in Australia. However, in Singapore men can only claim spousal maintenance if they have been incapacitated by illness or a physical/intellectual disability.

How long can a spousal maintenance order last for?

In Australia, spousal maintenance orders are generally a short-term solution for a person with little or no access to funds. A spousal maintenance order will typically last for a few years.

Courts in other jurisdictions (including Singapore) are more likely to make ongoing spousal maintenance orders that do not have a certain expiry date.

A recent case in the UK made headlines when a wife returned to court, 15 years after final orders were made, seeking an increase in her annual maintenance sum. The wife had received sufficient funds to purchase a property, but had subsequently entered into what the court deemed “a series of unwise transactions” resulting in a need to pay rent.

The Court of Appeal agreed to increase her husband’s annual spousal maintenance payments by more than £4,000 before the Supreme Court overturned the decision.  Nonetheless, the original maintenance order will remain until the wife remarries or a further court order is made.

Can I apply for maintenance overseas and register the order or agreement in Australia?

The Australian Government allows the registration of spousal maintenance agreements in reciprocating jurisdictions, which include Singapore, Hong Kong, the USA, the UK, and Malaysia.

Which forum is best for me?

The most appropriate jurisdiction for any matter will depend on a number of factors. As outlined above, different countries have significantly different approaches to the payment of spousal maintenance. It is important to seek legal advice as soon as you separate because limitation periods apply in some jurisdictions.

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By Rachell Davey, Special Counsel, and Nicola Cooper, Lawyer, at Lander & Rogers

Soccer: sign up for half season rates!

One of the best decisions my family made was to sign our kids up for ANZA Soccer’s Saturday league. Not only have our kids made great friends – as have we – they’ve also been taught the fundamental skills of a sport loved across the world. Don’t let the ANZA moniker fool you – this is a truly international football club, with more than 30 nationalities represented among our more than 800 players. If you’ re looking for your “tribe” in Singapore, ANZA Soccer is a great place to start.

Get Involved
We start 2019 with our Saturday league competition reaching its halfway point. That shouldn’t deter new arrivals to Singapore from checking out the fun. We’re always on the lookout for new players. Saturday games are coached by volunteer parents and older age group games are professionally refereed. Professional training sessions are run on Thursday evenings during the season to help kids improve their basic game skills. The end of year finals are a family highlight. Contact the ANZA office to find out whether there’s room for your mini-Messi, or to arrange a free trial. Little Lions, our programme for the littlest football lovers, is always open to new recruits. The U4 boys and girls programme involves fun games and activities designed to develop children’s confidence, motor skills and love for soccer. We focus on positive encouragement and inclusion.

Magic Matildas
A focus on positive play and inclusion is also reflected in our tremendous investment in girls’ soccer. Our Matildas programme has continued to grow. This season is the first time we have an U14s Matildas team, thanks to the hard work of dedicated volunteers. We’ve also welcomed a dedicated Matildas coach this season. If your daughter loves football ANZA Soccer is the perfect place for her. The girls compete against mixed teams or other girls’ clubs. ANZA Soccer competition teams represent our club in external leagues every second Sunday, as well as attending regional competitions through the season, providing players with an opportunity to test their skills against the best in South East Asia.

ANZA hosts SEA Cup
This March, ANZA hosts the SEA Cup, a prestigious regional soccer tournament for junior youth. Founded in 1988, the SEA Cup is contested between four youth soccer leagues in the region, ANZA Soccer (Singapore), Kuala Lumpur Youth Soccer (Malaysia), Bangkok Soccer League (Thailand) and a local guest team. The competition is a popular and highly competitive event. Interested in volunteering at the event? Get in touch with the ANZA office.

ANZA Soccer delivers one of the best introductions to the world’s favourite game, with fun, fierce yet friendly competition and coaching programmes. It remains one of the best value football leagues in the country. I can personally recommend it as an entry point to your new life in Singapore. See you on the side-lines!

Register for half season rates here

 

Back to School Tips!

BALANCE & PLANNING
Encourage your child to plan their week early and block out periods of time for study, co-curricular activities and rest. “Establishing good time management skills and study routines is a priority at the beginning of a new academic year and will lay the foundation for a successful twelve months ahead,” says Michaela. “Use a diary and record important events when you learn of them!”

SLEEP IS IMPORTANT
“Primary age students need 10-11 hours (on average) of sleep per night,” says Michaela. “A good sleep schedule, alongside a balanced and nutritious diet increases your child’s ability to perform at their best during school hours.”

SET GOALS
As the summer holidays wind up, start a relaxed conversation with your child about the upcoming year. “Chat about what they’re most looking forward to and what they hope to achieve in the following year,” says Michaela. “Set goals around independence and how they can take responsibility for their own learning – from packing their bag in the mornings to improving maths fluency and recall.”

SAME SAME, BUT DIFFERENT
Being anxious or worried about a new class or year level is very common – check in with your school to see what support they offer. “AIS has a wonderful transition program that allows the students to meet their teacher and new classmates prior to the summer holidays,” says Michaela. “Encourage your child to embrace the ‘differences’ as new and exciting challenges that lay ahead.”

COMMUNICATION
Support your child’s new school year by connecting with their teacher and getting involved in school events. “Communication is the key!” says Michaela. “Don’t forget to ask questions of your child; what can you do that will help them be the best version of themselves, all year round? Children are great at answering this, if you just take time to ask.”

MAKE A BUDDY
Singapore is a very transient place and students experience regular good-byes and new arrivals in the classroom. “Encourage your child to be a risk-taker and confidently approach students in the playground and class, to initiate and nurture new friendships,” says Michaela. “At AIS we use a buddy system’where students are paired with a variety of different classmates over the first few weeks to meet and form friendships, not just in their own class but across the year level too. A smile and a simple, ‘May I join in too?’ is always a great start!”

What the kids say!

“I would encourage everyone to be a risk-taker and to try a new sport or a new CCA. It’s great to be part of a new team or sport, making friends and having fun. Also, I’d say to any new student not to worry, because we’ve all been in your shoes before with trying something new.’ Charlotte, Year 3

“Put your desk in a quiet space so you can concentrate. Don’t put any games or toys in your workspace or you will get distracted.” Joshua, Year 3

“Ask questions if you don’t understand, and make sure you get involved in conversations and activities in the classroom.” Lois, Year 4

 

 

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